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Sold for $630,000
    • $630,000

    505 S 5th Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28401

    4beds
    1,824sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1903
    3,286 Square Feet Lot
    $630,000 Zestimate®
    $345/sqft
    $2,283 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $630,000

    $599,000 - $662,000

    $2,283/mo

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    What's special

    *Back on Market - Buyer Financing issue** This Beautiful Duplex in the Historical District has been renovated from Stem to Stern! All NEW: Historic Preservation-approved Windows & Siding, structural repair where needed, Exterior & Interior Paint, Complete Electrical rewire, plus additional Insulation. Newer Roof (2024) and One of the HVAC units (2024). The Red Oak Hardwoods have been brought back to their glory... Gorgeous Custom cabinetry and quartz countertops in the kitchens and baths for both Units. Other esthetic details include Designer tile, custom crown and trim work and glass door knobs. A 1/2 bath was added in the downstairs unit. You will find 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths in the downstairs unit and 2 bedrooms + office and 1 bathroom in the upstairs unit. Utilities have been separated (2 meters for both water and electric) to help provide great income potential whether renting both units or living in one and renting out the other. There are spacious and private back decks on both levels and a large back yard for off street parking and outside enjoyment. A termite bond is in place for peace of mind. This charmer is only one block from the fabulous Castle Street District and a short stroll to the Cape Fear River. Come check out this gem!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Louisa D Murray 910-622-2130,

    Wit Realty LLC

    Bought with:

    Carrie Reger, 201757

    Navigate Realty

    Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100573538MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Living Room, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Office, Loft
    Bedroom 1
    • Dimensions: 12 x 12
    Bedroom 2
    • Dimensions: 12 x 12
    Bedroom 3
    • Dimensions: 12 x 12
    Bedroom 4
    • Dimensions: 12 x 12
    Bathroom 1
    • Dimensions: 13 x 7
    Bathroom 2
    • Dimensions: 5 x 4
    Kitchen
    • Dimensions: 12 x 13
    Living room
    • Dimensions: 12 x 5
    Loft
    • Dimensions: 5 x 4
    Office
    • Dimensions: 9 x 7
    Heating
    • Electric, Heat Pump
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Multi Units
    Appliances
    • Included: Vented Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Convection Oven
    • Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
    Features
    • Master Downstairs, High Ceilings, Solid Surface, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Basement: None
    • Attic: Access Only
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,824
    • Total interior livable area: 1,824 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Off Street
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Balcony, Front Porch, Rear Porch
    • Exterior features: DP50 Windows
    • Fencing: None
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: See Remarks
    • Waterfront features: None
    • Frontage type: See Remarks
    Lot
    • Size: 3,286 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 106 x 31
    • Features: Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: R05405036013000
    • Zoning: HD-R
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Historic District
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Siding, Wood Frame
    • Foundation: Crawl Space
    • Roof: Architectural Shingle
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1903

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Historic District
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Wilmington

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $345/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $445,300
    • Annual tax amount: $2,620
    • Date on market: 6/11/2026
    • Cumulative days on market: 29 days
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/21/2026Sold$630,000+0.9%$345/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100573538 Report a problem
    6/20/2026Contingent$624,499$342/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100573538 Report a problem
    6/11/2026Listed for sale$624,499$342/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100573538 Report a problem
    6/1/2026Pending sale$624,499$342/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100573538 Report a problem
    5/30/2026Listed for sale$624,499$342/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100573538 Report a problem
    5/30/2026Pending sale$624,499$342/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100573538 Report a problem
    5/24/2026Price change$624,4990%$342/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100573538 Report a problem
    5/19/2026Listed for sale$624,500+3022.5%$342/sqft
    Source: Hive MLS #100573538 Report a problem
    2/13/2011Listing removed$1,200$1/sqft
    Source: Office Hrs. M-F 9 to 5 Report a problem
    1/12/2011Listed for rent$1,200$1/sqft
    Source: Office Hrs. M-F 9 to 5 Report a problem
    7/1/1991Sold$20,000$11/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,621 +6.3%$445,300 +57.1%
    2024$2,466 +3%$283,400
    2023$2,395 -0.6%$283,400
    2022$2,409 -0.7%$283,400
    2021$2,425 -21%$283,400 -2.8%
    2020$3,072 $291,600
    2019$3,072 $291,600
    2018$3,072 $291,600
    2017$3,072 +30.6%$291,600 +37.4%
    2016$2,351 +4.6%$212,200
    2015$2,247 +4.4%$212,200
    2014$2,152 $212,200
    2013-- $212,200 -0.2%
    2012-- $212,600 -2.6%
    2011-- $218,344
    2010-- $218,344
    2009-- --
    2008-- --
    2007-- --
    2005-- $72,574 +3.2%
    2004-- $70,331
    2003-- $70,331 +46.2%
    2002-- $48,102 -1.2%
    2001-- $48,665 -18.5%
    2000-- $59,730
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Old Wilmington

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Forest Hills
    • Middle: Williston
    • High: New Hanover

    Source: Hive MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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